Lead Veterinary Technician

Company Overview

At Cypress Falls Animal Hospital, our mission is built around providing compassionate and comprehensive care to the Houston community. We believe that when you feel supported, you can focus entirely on delivering exceptional veterinary medicine. The trust we have earned from our pet owners is clear, reflected in our outstanding 4.8-star Google rating. This is a place where you can step into a committed professional environment and begin doing your best work alongside dedicated teammates.

Joining Cypress Falls Animal Hospital means becoming part of a supportive network dedicated to your professional growth. We understand that excellent veterinary care starts with well-supported teammates. We provide extensive resources focused on career advancement, ensuring you have the necessary programs in place to achieve your goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role. You will be encouraged to pursue ongoing education and will find a culture that helps every teammate succeed.

Quality of medicine is central to everything we do. As a small animal practice, we focus on providing comprehensive and personalized care, supplemented by essential advanced diagnostics like Ultrasound. We also prioritize the critical needs of our community by offering timely Urgent Care services. To ensure the highest standard of patient care, our doctors have access to internal specialty consultation resources, allowing us to manage complex cases efficiently and collaboratively. If you are passionate about providing high-quality medical services and expanding your diagnostic skills, you will find excellent opportunities here.

Located in vibrant Houston, Texas, Cypress Falls Animal Hospital offers you access to one of the most dynamic and diverse cities in the country. Houston provides world-class dining, exceptional cultural institutions, and countless outdoor recreational areas. Whether you enjoy the fast-paced energy of a major metropolitan area or prefer exploring the extensive green spaces and local communities, Houston offers an enviable lifestyle where you can easily find balance outside of the clinic.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician

The Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician provides skilled medical care under the direction of a veterinarian while supporting hospital operations through oversight of the technical team. This role serves as a vital point of contact for our medical support staff, helping to ensure high-quality patient care, efficient workflows, and the consistent application of medical protocols. As a Lead Credentialed Veterinary Technician, you will provide mentorship, guidance, and technical leadership to your teammates while fostering a collaborative and supportive hospital culture.

Note: The Credentialed Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state’s Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

Your Impact Will Include:

• Technical Leadership: Deliver high-quality patient care under DVM supervision, utilizing advanced technical skills across nursing, anesthesia, surgery, radiology, and dentistry.
• Team Mentorship: Act as a shift leader and mentor, providing real-time coaching, technical development, and onboarding support to veterinary technicians and assistants.
• Operational Partnership: Collaborate with hospital leadership to coordinate workflows, assign tasks, and implement protocols that improve hospital efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Client Education: Serve as a trusted point of contact for pet owners, clearly communicating treatment plans, reviewing medical records, and empowering clients to make informed healthcare decisions.
• Inventory & Equipment Care: Oversee the inventory of medical supplies and pharmacy items while ensuring that hospital equipment is properly maintained and documented.
• Medical Documentation: Maintain clear, accurate, and timely documentation in patient records using appropriate medical terminology and formatting standards.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
• Current Credentialed Veterinary Technician license in good standing in the applicable state.
• A minimum of three years of experience as a licensed technician, with demonstrated leadership or mentorship experience preferred.
• Proficiency in advanced technical skills including anesthesia monitoring, surgical assisting, and radiology.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced medical environment.